Christian and Zinnens
During the month of January 2014, VanderVinne Agency will be collecting items to re-stock the Morrison Friends Food Pantry. Items that are needed include canned and boxed non-perishables, toiletries, personal hygiene products, and monetary donations. Owner Angie VanderVinne stated, “We are so blessed to have such a well-supported food pantry
Once again, patrons of Sullivan’s Foods, 300 N. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, enthusiastically supported store promotions to aid Morrison families, from Friday, November 1, through Monday, December 23, 2013. “The store gave [customers] the opportunity. We were just the outlet,” commented Assistant Manager Jeramie Reatherford, right, on Monday, December 30.
In celebration of Yoga with Martina’s 10-year anniversary, a portion of each participant’s fall class fee went to the Morrison Friends Food Pantry. Pictured left-to-right are business owner Martina Maxfield presenting a check to Kaywyn Beswick, Director of the Morrison Friends Food Pantry. Maxfield’s yoga studio is located at the
The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Liz Fischbach of Baked by Liz was awarded the “Because Nice Matters” Customer Service Award for the month of December 2013. She received the award for always acknowledging and greeting each customer and making them feel special and welcome, day
The reindeer are resting for their mega-journey on Tuesday, December 24, 2013. So, Santa 1 and Santa 2 relied upon shiny, fire engine #4, a Suburban Personal Carrier (PC-1), and an additional trailer, to deliver delights to children in Morrison, IL, on Thursday, December 19. No one minded that gifts
Nathan Fellows of United Way of Whiteside County awarded both Penny Jacobs, top, of Community State Bank in Morrison, IL, and Darlene Smith of Sterling Federal Bank in Morrison with a $100 gas card, for participating in the “Lend a Helping Hand” program. Participants who lend a helping hand do
These two youngsters will celebrate their second Christmas one month after their first birthday. Pictured are Cody, left, and Luke, sons of Todd and Sarah Gravert. The siblings celebrated their first birthday on Monday, November 25, 2013. The twins joined the family with big brothers Ty and Ben, who have
These two youngsters will celebrate their second Christmas one month after their first birthday. Pictured are Cody, left, and Luke, sons of Todd and Sarah Gravert. The siblings celebrated their first birthday on Monday, November 25, 2013. The twins joined the family with big brothers Ty and Ben, who have
The Knights of Columbus Council of the St. Mary Parish in Morrison, IL, recently awarded a check for over $1700 to the White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA.) This represents the proceeds of the Knights’ Annual Tootsie Roll Fund Raising Drive. Kylie Vanderleest, Executive Director, of White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian
The Morrison Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Cory McCoy, a swing manager at McDonald’s, 604 E. Lincolnway, Morrison, IL, the recipient of the “Because Nice Matters” Customer Service Award for the month of November 2013. Cory was nominated for his positive and welcoming attitude, while always caring
Dear Editor: Unfortunately, Morrison has suffered a number of issues with our water supply system. While I am sure none of us who have been directly affected by the troubles is particularly thrilled with what has beset us, we offer our sincerest compliments and appreciation to the Director of Public
Morrison Rotary welcomed to their Wednesday, November 20, 2013, meeting Daniel Humphrey, son of Kent and Audrey Humphrey, and Liz Buckwalter, daughter of Mike and Colleen Buckwalter. Daniel is a member of the Scholastic Bowl Team. He helps Morrison United Methodist Church with fundraisers and enjoys reading and making short
At the Wednesday, October 23, 2013, meeting Rotarians met the October Students of the Month, Cory Brown and Brandi Hosford. Brown is the son of Betty Spangler. He is active in Student Council. He helps in the community at the Morrison Friends Food Pantry and hands out summer free lunches.
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White presented Mike Ditka with a personalized Chicago Bears Presentation License Plate, honoring his legacy as a player and coach with the Chicago Bears football team. The Chicago Bears organization will retire Ditka’s number, 89, during half-time at the evening game agains the Dalla cowboys